Expanding Transformative Care for Women and Children Impacted by Substance Use
BREAKING NEWS: U.S. Senator Maggie Hassan will join Harbor Care at 10:30 a.m. on August 8 to celebrate the opening.
The devastating consequences of addiction in New Hampshire have an incredible impact on women and children in our communities. Nearly 10% of pregnant women suffer from an addiction, and one-in-five children born into poverty are at risk of prenatal exposure to drugs and alcohol. Single mothers, who head most of these vulnerable households, face challenges such as trauma, domestic violence, human trafficking, and generational poverty.
Treatment facilities that accommodate women and children are exceptionally scarce.
Thanks to generous community and public support, on August 8, Harbor Care will celebrate the completion of phase one of a million-dollar renovation project at the Cynthia Day Family Center (CDFC), located at 615 Amherst in Nashua. With the addition of a new satellite clinic of our Harbor Care Health & Wellness Center, CDFC will serve both women and families impacted by substance use. This project creates an oasis and transforms lives by providing crucial support and resources.
This is part of a multi-phase project to integrate behavioral health care, medical care, housing, and social services to break cycles of generational trauma, addiction, and homelessness. The residential program has been converted to serve exclusively women, many with their children, increasing capacity by 55% to 60 beds. Phase one lays the foundation for a comprehensive and compassionate approach to addressing substance use and mental health disorders within the family unit.
Once necessary funding is secured, phase two of the project will upgrade the center’s grounds by integrating outdoor spaces, including a playground and recreation areas, to enhance physical health, reduce stress, and promote family bonding. Additionally, the project will improve safety with better lighting, fencing, privacy enclosures, and necessary site engineering to address drainage and flooding.
The renovation project at CDFC goes beyond physical improvements; it unifies healthcare systems into a single service site for women and their children, addressing the multifaceted challenges of substance use disorders. Research shows that integrated practices like these reduce recidivism, drug use, mental illness symptoms, and emergency room visits while transforming family relationships and building a stronger, more compassionate community.
You can help! Join us in making a difference in the lives of these women and their children with your donation at www.harborcarenh.org/donate. Learn more about our services at the Cynthia Day Family Center.
